Agriculture in Bihar

Explanation:

Maize has the highest production per hectare in Bihar. In 2020-21, maize productivity per hectare was 5229 kg. West Champaran, Purnia, Katihar, Bhagalpur, and Madhepura districts are significant contributors. Research at the Agricultural Research Center has increased yield in these regions. [66th BPSC (Pre)(Re-exam) 2020]

Explanation:

West Champaran is the leading district in sugarcane production in Bihar. In 2018-19, West Champaran accounted for 46.52% of the state's total sugarcane output, followed by East Champaran (16.43%), Gopalganj (9.86%), and Sitamarhi (5.56%). The region's fertile arable land is highly suitable for sugarcane cultivation. [66th BPSC (Pre)(Re-exam) 2020]

Explanation:

Madhubani and Darbhanga districts produce the highest amount of fish in Bihar. In 2018-19, Madhubani produced 68,000 tonnes and Darbhanga 54,000 tonnes. Bihar ranks fourth in fish production in India. [66th BPSC (Pre)(Re-exam) 2020]

Explanation:

The traditional water conservation irrigation method prevalent in South Bihar is called 'Ahar-pyne'. This method has been practiced since ancient times and contributes to the state's irrigation potential of 117.54 lakh hectares. [65th BPSC (Pre)(Re-exam) 2019]

Explanation:

Bihar's main food crops are rice, wheat, and maize. The state also cultivates pulses and various cash crops like sugarcane, jute, tobacco, potato, and oilseeds. The irrigation infrastructure includes canals, ponds, tube wells, and wells. [45th BPSC (Pre) 2002]

Explanation:

Agriculture is the main means of livelihood in Bihar, employing about 70% of the state's population. Approximately 56.03 lakh hectares of land are cultivated, out of 93.60 lakh hectares of geographical area. [64th BPSC (Pre) 2018-19]

Explanation:

India ranks first in the world in the jute industry. Bihar is the second largest producer of jute in the country, with Kishanganj being the leading district. Jute is also called 'gold fiber'. [Bihar Secondary Teacher Evaluation (Proficiency) Exam 18.07.2010]

Explanation:

Kishanganj is currently the leading district in jute production in Bihar and is the second largest producer in India. [Bihar SI Exam-23.04.2008]

Explanation:

The famous 'Pusa' agricultural institute of Bihar was established with the financial support of Henry Phipps from the USA in 1905 in Pusa, Bihar. It serves as a premier institution for agricultural education, research, and dissemination. [Bihar Secondary Teacher Evaluation (Proficiency) Exam 18.07.2010]

Explanation:

Aurangabad does not produce Makhana. Bihar produces 80-85% of the total Makhana in India, primarily in Madhubani and Darbhanga districts. The National Makhana Research Institute is established in Darbhanga under ICAR. [47th BPSC (Pre) 2004-2005]

Explanation:

During the British Raj, Bihar was famous for opium production, particularly in districts such as Sitamarhi, Begusarai, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, and Khagaria. The trade was controlled by the British government. [47th BPSC (Pre) 2004-2005]